Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosiflora
ID:
673587

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 213 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672919

Common Names

  • Erica pilosiflora
  • Pilosiflora Erica
  • Pilosiflora Heater

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Synonyms

  • Acrostemon eriocephalus (Klotzsch) N.E.Br. [valid]
  • Finckea bruniades Klotzsch [valid]
  • Finckea eriocephala Klotzsch [valid]
  • Grisebachia bruniades (Klotzsch) Benth. [valid]
  • Grisebachia eriocephala (Klotzsch) Benth. [valid]

Description

Erica pilosiflora (also called Pink Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, pink, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica pilosiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance shrub. The flowers of Erica pilosiflora are also used to make honey.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica pilosiflora sub. purpurea E.G.H.Oliv.
Erica pilosiflora sub. pilosiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica pilosiflora flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica pilosiflora is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) in height. It has small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Erica pilosiflora

Erica pilosiflora can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Erica pilosiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica pilosiflora?

Erica pilosiflora

What is the common name of Erica pilosiflora?

Pilosiflora heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica pilosiflora?

Dry, sandy soils in heathland, grassland, and scrubland

Species in the Erica genus

Erica abbottii, Erica abelii, Erica abietina, Erica accommodata, Erica acuta, Erica adnata, Erica aestiva, Erica affinis, Erica agglutinans, Erica aghillana, Erica albens, Erica albertyniae, Erica albescens, Erica albospicata, Erica alexandri, Erica alfredii, Erica algida, Erica alnea, Erica alopecurus, Erica alticola, Erica altiphila, Erica amalophylla, Erica amatolensis, Erica amicorum, Erica amidae, Erica amoena, Erica amphigena, Erica ampullacea, Erica andreaei, Erica andringitrensis, Erica aneimena, Erica anemodes, Erica anguliger, Erica angulosa, Erica annalis, Erica annectens, Erica anomala, Erica arachnocalyx, Erica arborea, Erica arborescens, Erica arcuata, Erica ardens, Erica arenaria, Erica areolata, Erica argentea, Erica argyraea, Erica aristata, Erica aristella, Erica aristifolia, Erica armandiana,

Species in the Ericaceae family